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Report: Egypt offered to release Hamas prisoners as part of ceasefire deal

July 19, 2014

Egypt has invited Hamas political bureau chief Khaled Mashaal to Cairo for a visit during which it will propose a new initiative for a ceasefire with Israel. The initiative includes ensuring Israel’s security through cooperation with international parties while at the same time relieving the siege of Gaza, the Egyptian newspaper Al-Shuruk reported.

According to the report, Egypt delivered a message to Hamas that it is willing to release several Hamas prisoners as part of the ceasefire deal.